Supply Chain Specialist
Sharp Packaging Solutions, part of UDG Healthcare plc
Summary
The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for tactical internal order management readiness for the MPP and Detailed Schedule. This role executes specific tasks associated with pre-production readiness, while coordinating other tasks. The Supply Chain Specialist tracks required activities, identifies gaps, and follows up accordingly to ensure successful and timely completion. Escalates to the Value Stream Leader (as needed) to ensure cross-functional completion of content / activities required to release the orders on time.
Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains a working knowledge of the MPP and Detailed Schedule for assigned sites and resources.
- Works with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure pre-production readiness. Identifies potential issues and expedites activities that may otherwise delay or alter schedules. Escalates accordingly.
- Releases work orders to the packaging floor.
- Executes activities as required to support pre-production readiness (i.e. ensuring on-time bulk and component releases).
- Performs QAD tasks as directed by supervision.
- Partners with VSL to ensure maintenance of the Structures/Routers and BOMs for pre-production items and recurring production.
- Partners with Order Management Specialists to ensure timely completion of Lot number and expiry forms.
- Maintains regular communication with Detailed Schedulers to ensure awareness and transparency of any issues or changes.
- Performs other associated tasks as directed by supervision.
This position requires
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1-3 years of relevant experience required. Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) preferred. Related experience and/or education may be considered.
- Planning or manufacturing experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or Contract Manufacturing or Packaging is preferred.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint & Word. Ability to work on-site five days per week.
Requirements
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 1-3 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) preferred
- Planning or manufacturing experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or Contract Manufacturing or Packaging preferred
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint & Word
- Ability to work on-site five days per week
Company overview
Sharp Packaging Solutions, operating as part of UDG Healthcare plc, is a global leader in contract pharmaceutical packaging and clinical services with a heritage spanning more than 70 years. The company specializes in providing comprehensive packaging solutions and clinical trial supply services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients, supporting products from Phase I trials through commercial launch and lifecycle management. With a team of over 2,200 professionals, Sharp operates state-of-the-art GMP facilities across the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Their services encompass commercial packaging, clinical trial packaging, sterile manufacturing, serialization solutions, and clinical IRT services. As a division of UDG Healthcare, Sharp leverages global reach and extensive industry expertise to deliver reliable, compliant packaging solutions that ensure patient safety and product integrity throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain.